Job Title: Swimming Teacher (SEND)
Location: Gateshead
Contract Type: Long term

Leader Education are recruiting a Swimming Teacher to work at a small SEND school based in Gateshead. The ideal candidate will have ASA or Level 2 Swimming Teacher qualification, as well as experience working with children with severe learning difficulties (SLD). You will be able to teach children & adults on a group or 1:1 basis, communicate effectively, can work off your own initiative, as well as be flexible and adaptable.

The school caters for ages 2 - 19-year-old with a range of diverse special educational needs. They are an educational and therapeutic community for their students, helping them to gains skills that build their independence in the adult world. With an Ofsted rating of 'good' they really strive for success across all parts of the school. This ranges from the students' progression, personal development of teachers and overall relationships built between students and teaching assistants.

The normal working pattern is Monday-Friday 8:30am until 4.30pm and is a long-term position pending a successful trial.

The successful candidate will have:

• ASA or Level 2 Swimming Teacher qualification.
• DBS or be willing to obtain one.
• Specialised training or working experience with SEND is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with a variety of teaching methodologies and behavioural intervention strategies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and with external professionals.

Leader Education can offer:

• Competitive pay rates.
• Refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme: £100 per referral (terms apply).
• Mandatory training for our schools.
• A dedicated consultant to answer any queries and for ongoing support.
• Potential permanent contract after a qualifying period.

Interested candidates are invited to submit a comprehensive CV outlining their teaching experience, qualifications which are relevant to this role. Please email your CV or call us on 0333 577 5034.

Leader Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, all applicants must go through a thorough vetting procedure, including enhanced DBS and reference checks.

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